I became the demon of the female devil

Chapter 219 Entering the Palace Late at Night!

The atmosphere on the street was deathly still.

The madam and the guests stood frozen in place, stunned by how quickly everything had happened.

Looking at the charred body on the ground, everyone's faces were filled with bewilderment.

What did that old man just say?
Shizi?

"Is this the Crown Prince Chu of the Prince Yu's Mansion?!"

"No, no way..."

Inside the pavilion, Yang Lin slumped to the ground.

Looking at Chu Heng, who had turned into beef jerky, I couldn't help but feel a chill run down my spine.

He never expected that Chen Mo would be so arrogant as to dare to kill the Crown Prince Chu in public!
He thought he had found a powerful patron and that his career would be smooth sailing, but he didn't gain any benefits at all before the patron was cut down!
It almost killed him!

"I just said that Lord Chen didn't follow the rules, he probably didn't take it to heart, right?" Yang Lin's throat was a little dry, afraid that he would be resented by this ruthless star.

"But then again..."

"Having made such a huge mess, even with a get-out-of-jail-free card, I'm afraid he won't be able to get away unscathed, right?"

wow-

The old butler crawled out from among the bricks and rubble, dusted himself off, and looked somewhat gloomy. "Eunuch Jin, what do you mean by this? Chen Mo committed a crime in the street, the evidence is conclusive. Are you trying to protect the criminal?"

"Yes, so what?" Eunuch Jin said indifferently.

“You should know very well what attacking the Prince’s son means!” The old steward squinted and said, “According to the laws of the Great Yuan Dynasty, he should be thrown into the Heavenly Prison and await joint trial by the Three Judicial Offices. It’s not something you can cover up with just a word, sir!”

Grandpa Jin shook his head and sighed, "It seems you didn't understand what I just said."

"Ok?"

Before the old steward could react, his vision blurred, and Eunuch Jin appeared before him.

"Whether Chen Mo is guilty or innocent, how dare you, a mere commoner, interfere?"

"You're nothing but a watchdog kept by the Prince Yu's mansion. What right do you have to stand here and speak to us?"

boom--

The blue satin sleeves fluttered without wind, unleashing a powerful and oppressive aura!

In an instant, the air seemed to freeze!

click-

The old butler's bones creaked and his body gradually became hunched, as if he were being forcibly bent by an invisible hand!
"Too deceiving!"

His face flushed red, and a hint of anger flashed in his eyes.

An invisible aura surged from within him, and tadpole-shaped black patterns appeared on his collar, swimming like living creatures and climbing upwards along his neck.

"Ok?"

"Dissatisfied?"

Eunuch Jin raised his eyebrows slightly, his aura intensifying, and the red lanterns along the entire street swayed and flickered.

The old steward seemed to have thought of something. After hesitating for a moment, he suppressed his anger, and the black runes disappeared.

boom!
Under the overwhelming pressure, his knees slowly bent, and he knelt on the ground like a defeated dog.

With his hands behind his back, Eunuch Jin nodded in satisfaction. "Hmm, this looks much more comfortable. Is there anything else you'd like to say?"

"..."

The old butler clenched his teeth, his eyes bloodshot.

As a Celestial Realm expert, how could he have ever suffered such humiliation?
Chen Mo watched this scene and couldn't help but click his tongue slightly, making the grandmaster kneel and kowtow?

This father-in-law is much more arrogant than I am!

Normally, Eunuch Jin always had a kind and gentle demeanor, so much so that people almost forgot that he was the Grand Eunuch, the Imperial Attendant, the Director of the Directorate of Ceremonial, and the eunuch known as the "Inner Minister"—the pinnacle of eunuch power!

Even Chu Heng had to respectfully address him as "Eunuch Jin" when he saw him!
In front of Eunuch Jin, this old butler was indeed no different from a stray dog!
Tread-tap-

The sound of dense footsteps came from far away.

A group of heavily armed soldiers approached, led by a burly man clad in steel armor.

Looking at the collapsed ruins before him, the burly man frowned and said in a deep voice, "Who dares to commit violence here?"

The old steward struggled to raise his head, his voice hoarse, and said, "Vice Envoy Yu, Chen Mo attempted to murder the Crown Prince, severely injuring him. He has committed an unforgivable crime and should be immediately imprisoned in the Imperial Prison..."

Before he could finish speaking, an invisible hand gripped his throat, his face turned purple, and he couldn't utter a single word.

Eunuch Jin frowned and said, "Noisy."

You're saying this is the crown prince?

Yu Yu poked the piece of beef jerky with the scabbard, somewhat incredulous.

A soldier stepped forward, searched the area carefully, took a jade pendant from his waist, and presented it to Yu Yu.

Yu Yu reached out and took it. When he saw the character "Chu" on the jade tablet, his breath hitched!
"Holy crap, he really is the Crown Prince?!"

He snapped out of his daze, realizing the seriousness of the situation, and hurriedly said, "Quickly, summon a physician, one of the fourth rank or higher! Also, immediately inform the Prince Yu's residence of this matter!"

"Yes!"

The two soldiers quickly left the area.

Yu Yu looked up at Chen Mo. Although the two had never met, the name was very well-known... However, given the current situation, he didn't have time to think too much. He waved his hand and said, "Take the suspect back to the Military Prison and await further instructions!"

wow-

The soldiers responded and surrounded Chen Mo.

Lin Jingzhu stood in front of him, coldly saying, "Let's see who dares to do that?!"

"Officer Lin?" Yu Yu frowned. "Are you trying to obstruct official business?"

"This case has been taken over by the Six Doors. Now it is your Military Command that is obstructing official business!" Lin Jingzhu's eyes were sharp and her tone was stern. "Tell your men to step back, or I'm afraid you can't bear the consequences!"

Just as Yu Yu was about to say something, a leisurely voice rang out:

"Officer Lin is right. This is not something you, a mere deputy military commander, can get involved in. It's not too late to step down now, or don't say we didn't give you a chance."

?

Yu Yu looked up.

The old man with white hair and a youthful face stared at him, his eyes like bottomless pools.

Noticing the blue satin blouse embroidered with seascapes and riverbanks, he was suddenly startled, a chill running down his spine to the top of his head, and he hurriedly bowed his head.

"This humble official greets Your Excellency!"

"Now, can we take them away?" Eunuch Jin said slowly and deliberately.

"Of course, please, Father-in-law!"

Yu Yu shifted his body to the side.

The soldiers looked at each other, but could only make way for one of them.

With a wave of his hand, Eunuch Jin sent three streaks of light flying out from the pavilion and hovering in front of Chen Mo.

"Lord Chen, you'd better keep the plaque safe. If you lose it, it will be difficult to explain to His Highness."

Looking at the lifelike phoenix and purple luan on the token, Yu Yu felt a chill run down his spine, and lowered his head even further.

"Thank you, father-in-law."

Chen Mo put the token away.

Looking at Chu Heng, who was lying on the ground barely alive, she looked somewhat regretful and tentatively said, "Father-in-law, since we've already torn off all pretense, let's go all the way. I'll go up and finish him off a couple more times, and you can just pretend you didn't see it..."

"Otherwise, using this Flying Phoenix Token would be a huge waste..."

"..."

Yu Yu wished he could cover his ears.

Please, can you not openly plot in front of me?

Eunuch Jin glanced at Chen Mo and said helplessly, "That's enough. Do you really want to cause a huge upheaval?"

Chen Mo knew that there was probably no chance today, but he was still somewhat unwilling, after all, opportunities don't come every time...

"Let's go first, it will be more troublesome if the people from the Prince's Mansion come later."

Seeing that the time was right, Eunuch Jin waved his sleeve, and Chen Mo and Lin Jingzhu suddenly disappeared.

The air became quiet.

The old butler silently got up from the ground and came to Chu Heng's side.

After carefully examining the area, he glanced at Yu Yu, said nothing, and then flew away with Chu Heng in his arms.

Yu Yu wiped the cold sweat from his forehead.

"Damn it, I'm really unlucky to have this happen to me..."

A subordinate whispered, "Sir, the Crown Prince Chu has been beaten like this. If we just sit here and do nothing, wouldn't that be a dereliction of duty?"

"Manage? How the hell do you expect me to manage?" Yu Yu glared at him, annoyed. "Can't you see, you pig-brain? With Eunuch Jin's strength, he could easily leave with his men. Why is he waiting here for us?"

The subordinate asked in confusion, "Why?"

Yu Yu said coldly, "This is clearly sending a signal. He's protected the person, so causing trouble for Chen Mo is the same as causing trouble for him! Don't you know who's behind that Eunuch Jin?"

After a moment's thought, the subordinate exclaimed in surprise, "You mean the Emperor..."

"Silence!"

"Are you out of your mind? I haven't lived enough yet!"

Yu Yu looked around and lowered his voice, saying, "What's more, Chen Mo has a get-out-of-jail-free card. In this kind of situation, whoever touches it will die... Just go back and report it honestly. Don't say a word that you shouldn't say."

The moment he saw Eunuch Jin, he realized that this matter was no longer something that a seventh-rank deputy envoy like himself could get involved in!

This is a power struggle between two enormous forces. If you get involved, you'll be torn to pieces in an instant!

"It seems that the capital city is about to undergo a major upheaval!"

Yu Yu dared not linger there, ignoring even the eyewitnesses, and hurriedly left with his soldiers.

It was only at this moment that the group of sect disciples realized what was happening.

"It's not a persimmon, it's the young master..."

"So Lord Chen intends to kill the heir of the Prince Yu's mansion?!"

"I just delivered a flying kick to the prince's lower back... Turns out, I'm a criminal now?"

Liu Qiansong's throat felt a little dry.

What does it mean to attack the heir apparent of a prince's palace?
I thought this was a chance to make a name for myself, but it might actually lead to a monument being erected!
The group exchanged glances, reached a consensus in an instant, and scattered, disappearing into the crowd.

"slip!"

……

……

In a corner of the alley, Ji Lianxing and Youying merged into one, a hint of amusement flashing in her purplish-black eyes.

"It seems Chen Mo has quite a few enemies in Tiandu City."

"That old eunuch is quite capable; he must be one of the Empress's men... He beat the Crown Prince so badly, yet he was still spared. Could Chen Mo really be the Empress's lover?"

"Moreover, the aura emanating from that Prince Chu is somewhat similar to that of the Blood Demon. Could it be..." "Tsk tsk, this is getting more and more interesting. This trip to the capital was definitely worthwhile."

……

……

call--

The wind suddenly stopped.

When Chen Mo opened his eyes again, he had already arrived at the gate of the palace.

This is different from the feeling of the empress directly crossing the void; it's more like shortening the distance, with a mysterious meaning of shrinking the earth to an inch.

Looking at Eunuch Jin, who had his hands behind his back, Chen Mo cupped his hands and said, "I am truly grateful for your help today."

Grandpa Jin looked somewhat helpless.

Ever since he learned that Chen Mo had obtained the inheritance of military strategy, he had paid special attention to this kid. When he learned that Chen Mo and the young master were both at the brothel tonight, he had a vague sense of unease...

But he never expected that Chen Mo would be so audacious!
They actually harbored murderous intentions towards the Crown Prince!
"What is the reason?" Eunuch Jin asked directly.

Chen Mo frankly said, "A drop of kindness deserves a spring of gratitude, and a small grudge deserves tenfold repayment... Although I am a bit arrogant, I am not the type to cause trouble for no reason. Since I have made a move, it means that Chu Heng has a reason to die."

"..."

Grandpa Jin sighed softly.

This isn't just a little arrogant; it's downright outrageous!
"No matter the reason, you shouldn't have resorted to violence in public. Do you know how much trouble that will cause?"

Chen Mo shrugged and said, "I did act a little impulsively... but the atmosphere has reached this point, and it would be impolite not to take action."

?

Eunuch Jin's eyebrows twitched.

I feel like if I talk to this guy any longer, I'll lose a few years of my lifespan.

Eunuch Jin gave Chen Mo a deep look and said, "Since Lord Chen is unwilling to say more, then I will not ask any further. Lord Chen should think carefully about how to explain to Her Majesty the Empress later."

Chen Mo was taken aback upon hearing this and asked, "Wasn't Your Highness's arrangement for you to take action this time, Eunuch?"

Eunuch Jin shook his head and said, "The incident happened too suddenly. If I were to report to His Highness, I'm afraid Lord Chen would have already been taken away by the military authorities."

Since His Majesty ascended the throne, Prince Yu has faded from the public eye under the pretext of poor health, and most of his former cronies have been eliminated. However, even a broken ship has some nails, and his roots have long been deeply embedded in various departments.

As the only legitimate son of Prince Yu, Chu Heng held an extraordinary position.

The powerful ministers of the Six Ministries have always regarded the Chen family as a major threat. Given this opportunity, they will surely seize it and make a scene. Even Her Majesty the Empress might not be able to control them...

"This……"

Chen Mo hadn't expected that Eunuch Jin would "take matters into his own hands."

Seeing his furrowed brows, Eunuch Jin smiled and said, "Lord Chen, there's no need to worry. In urgent situations, we must act expediently. I know what I'm doing. Even if we report to His Highness, he will make the same choice."

Chen Mo remained silent.

Although Grandpa Jin pretended not to care, he knew how much risk the other party had taken.

If this matter escalates and is truly investigated, even if Eunuch Jin holds a high position, he will likely be held accountable!

Chen Mo was silent for a moment, then said, "I have a question that I don't understand."

Eunuch Jin saw through his thoughts and said calmly, "Lord Chen wants to ask why we should help you?"

Chen Mo nodded and said without any hesitation, "From the first time I met you, you seemed to have taken special care of me... including that time I went to Tianwu Arena to deliver a message. Wasn't Eunuch Jin actually trying to give me a chance?"

Grandpa Jin smiled and said, "The opportunity is there. It's your skill to take it. We just gave it a push."

Chen Mo frowned and said, "But there has to be a reason, right?"

There is no love or hate without a reason in this world.

There must be some reason behind why Eunuch Jin treated him so well, besides appreciating his talent.

Jin Gonggong's expression was somewhat complicated, his deep eyes gazing at the sky as if he were recalling something.

After a long while, he sighed softly and said, "We are helping Lord Chen, but we are also helping ourselves... Some things cannot be said, and Lord Chen will understand in the future."

Chen Mo: "..."

Well, it's pointless to ask. These guys are old riddle solvers.

Eunuch Jin patted him on the shoulder and said meaningfully, "I only hope that when Lord Chen faces a choice in the future, he can follow his heart and never back down... because this may be the only opportunity you have in your life."

Chen Mo frowned even more deeply.

Previously, Eunuch Jin had said something similar to him, telling him that if he had the chance to enter the third level of the Heavenly Martial Archives, he must choose the calligraphy and painting hanging on the wall... He also said that he must seize the opportunity...

I feel like there's something strange about this old man...

Lin Jingzhu blinked, completely confused, and couldn't help but say, "Knowing Chu Heng as I do, I'm afraid today's matter won't end well. Old... cough cough, Lord Chen, you'd better be prepared."

Chen Mo stroked his chin and pondered, "You're right. If you don't cut the weeds at the root, they'll grow back in the spring breeze. Only the dead won't cause trouble. Let's just go all the way..."

"..."

Grandpa Jin's head was starting to ache.

No wonder this kid was able to inherit the art of war; his bloodlust is far too strong...

Seeing that Chen Mo had already started to figure out how to sneak into the Prince's residence, he hurriedly interrupted, "Alright, let's stop talking here and report this matter to Her Majesty the Empress as soon as possible."

"it is good."

Chen Mo nodded and followed Eunuch Jin into the palace gates.

Lin Jingzhu was a little worried, so she silently followed behind. The three of them walked along the palace road towards the inner court.

……

……

Yangxin Palace.

The empress, dressed in a crimson gown, leaned languidly against a small couch.

Her black hair was simply styled into a bun, with a few wisps of hair playfully falling on either side of her face, making her swan-like neck appear even longer.

Beneath her delicate collarbone, her curves undulate gracefully, like a ripe peach waiting to be picked in spring. The belt at her waist is slightly tied, outlining the full curve of her hips, and a corner of her skirt is lifted, revealing her plump and fair calves.

The warm yellow candlelight flickered gently, giving her a soft glow, making her appear less dignified and more charming like a girl next door.

At this moment, she was turning the pages of a book in her hands by candlelight.

It was a thread-bound book, the cover of which had been torn off, so the title could not be seen. The title page was slightly yellowed, indicating that it had been around for some years.

Jinshu and Huashan knelt to one side, massaging the Empress's calves.

Seeing the Empress's focused expression, Jinshu asked curiously, "What book is Your Highness reading? It's been almost two hours, and you're so engrossed in it?"

The Empress, holding the book, said calmly, "This is 'Admonitions for Women' written by the late Emperor and Empress Wenren. It talks about maternal virtue, wisdom, chastity, and integrity... I have read this book and benefited greatly from it. It can improve my behavior and help maintain order and harmony in the harem."

Upon hearing this, Jinshu couldn't help but exclaim in admiration, "As expected of Her Majesty the Empress, she spends her days reviewing memorials and handling state affairs, and her nights studying and practicing morality. Such diligence and self-discipline are truly a blessing to our Great Yuan!"

Hua Shan chimed in, "Jade-like beauty and golden countenance, fragrant orchids and osmanthus, truly a model for women of the world."

The Empress said calmly, "Books are like medicine. Reading them well can cure ignorance, especially classic works. They are always new to read and worth savoring again and again... Ahem, you should also read more books in your daily lives, and read good books."

"Your Highness is absolutely right, I have noted it down."

The two nodded in agreement.

The Empress's pretty oval face remained expressionless as she casually turned a page of the book in her hand. The illustration on the page changed from "Mandarin Ducks Together" to "Flipping Butterflies"...

dong dong dong-

At this time, there was a knock on the door.

Lady Sun strode in and said urgently, "Your Highness, I have something important to report."

The Empress silently tucked the book under her pillow and asked, "What happened?"

Lady Sun remained silent, glancing at the brocade letter and the painted fan.

The Empress waved her hand and said, "You two may leave now."

"Yes."

The two bowed and withdrew from the inner hall.

"Tell me, what happened that caused such a panic?" the Empress said.

Lady Sun raised her voice and said, "This servant has received news that Chen Mo had a conflict with Prince Chu at the Jiaofangsi (Imperial Music Bureau), and the two fought in the street..."

"What did you say?!"

The Empress sat up abruptly, her voluptuous figure trembling slightly, and asked urgently, "Chen Mo and Chu Heng got into a fight? What happened? Did Chen Mo win? Was he injured?"

"..."

Faced with the Empress's barrage of questions, Lady Sun's lips twitched slightly, and she said in a low voice, "Lord Chen is fine, but Prince Chu's injuries are quite serious..."

The Empress breathed a sigh of relief. "That's good."

Sun Shanggong: ?

Noticing the strange look in Sun Shanggong's eyes, the Empress snapped out of her reverie, cleared her throat, and asked, "How is Chu Heng?"

"He has lost an eye, his physical body is almost destroyed, and his soul has been severely damaged. His fate is currently unknown," said Consort Sun succinctly.

The Empress was stunned for a moment. "Such serious injuries? What caused this?"

Lady Sun shook her head and said, "I'm not entirely sure of the specific reason either. Eunuch Jin has already brought Chen Mo over, and he's waiting outside right now. Your Highness should ask him yourself."

The Empress nodded and said, "Let them in."

Lady Sun went out and soon led Chen Mo and the other two to the inner hall.

Through the glass screen, a slender silhouette could be vaguely seen, with Eunuch Jin and Chen Mo bowing their heads in greeting.

"Greetings, Your Majesty the Empress."

"No gift."

"Thank you, Your Highness."

Lin Jingzhu stepped forward, walked around the screen, and in the candlelight, the two beautiful figures squeezed together.

"Auntie~"

"Why are you here too, you little rascal?"

"I just happened to be there, so I came to see you..."

"Ha ha……"

The Empress had no time for arguing with her and frowned as she asked, "What exactly happened tonight? Chen Mo, why did you get into a fight with Chu Heng?"

Chen Mo said in a low voice, "This matter is rather complicated..."

The Queen said, "Then let's make this brief."

"Okay, to put it simply..."

Chen Mo said in a serious tone, "Young Master Chu is courting death, so this humble servant will send him on his way."

Queen: "..."

"Cough, cough, cough!"

Grandpa Jin, who was standing to the side, almost choked on his saliva and coughed violently, his old face turning red.

That's way too simplistic of your statement!
(End of this chapter)